Los Altos
Los Altos, celebrated for its sunny climate and picturesque charm, was named one of the best cities to live in by Forbes in 2013. It offers top-rated schools, a vibrant community, and an exceptional quality of life.
- About Los Altos
Welcome to Los Altos
We love Los Altos for its large lots, beautiful homes, and outstanding schools. The city is known for its sunny climate and was named one of the best cities to live in by Forbes magazine in 2013. Los Altos has a great sense of community and is known for its tree-lined streets, safe neighborhoods, and excellent shopping and dining. It is also home to many technology firms and well-known companies.
Public School
- Santa Rita School
- Almond Elementary School
- Gardner Bullis School
- Covington Elementary School
- Egan Junior High School
- Los Altos High School
- Loyola Elementary School
- Black Intermediate School
Park
- Hillview Park
- Shoup Park
- Lincoln Park
- Montclaire Park
- McKenzie Park
- Why Buy a Home in Los Altos
Overview for Los Altos, CA
31,562 people live in Los Altos, where the median age is 45.8 and the average individual income is $124,369. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Population
31,562
Median Age
45.8 years
Population Density
High
Average individual Income
$124,369
- Demographics
Demographics and Employment Data for Los Altos, CA
31,562 people call Los Altos home. The population density is 4,826.14 and the largest age group is between 25 and 64 years old. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Population
31,562
Population Density
High
Median Age
45.8 years
Men vs Women
50.33 / 49.67%
Population by Age Group
0-9 Years
11.1%
10-17 Years
13.91%
18-24 Years
5.83%
25-64 Years
50.11%
65-74 Years
9.67%
75+ Years
9.37%
Education Level
Less Than 9th Grade (225)
1%
High School Degree (700)
3%
Associate Degree (2786)
14%
Bachelor Degree (6778)
33%
Graduate Degree (9817)
48%
Los Altos has 10,805 households, with an average household size of 2.9. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Total Households
10,805
Average Household Size
2.9
Average individual Income
$124,369
Households with Children
4,339
40%
Without Children
6,466
60%
Marital Status
Married
53%
Single
18%
Divorced
4%
Separated
2%
- Schools / Education
Schools in Los Altos, CA
LASD Virtual
No rating available
- Category Public
- Grades K – 5th
Georgina P. Blach Junior High
- Category Public
- Grades 7th – 8th
Ardis G. Egan Junior High
- Category Public
- Grades 7th – 8th
School For Independent Learners
No rating available
- Category Private
- Grades 8th – 12th
No rating available
- Category Private
- Grades K – 8th
Heritage Academy
No rating available
- Category Private
- Grades K – 6th
Miramonte School
No rating available
- Category Private
- Grades PreK – 8th
Ventana School
No rating available
- Category Private
- Grades PreK – 5th
Waldorf School Of The Peninsula
No rating available
- Category Private
- Grades PreK – 12th
Green Chinese School
No rating available
- Category Private
- Grades K – 4th
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